Business, international

Mineral waters

Article Abstract:

The continued decline of alcohol consumption and rising concern over the safety of municipal tap water supplies are contributing to a growing retail market for bottled natural waters, including mineral, spring and table waters. An examination of the retail market for mineral waters in France, Italy, the UK, Germany, Spain and Benelux showed that these have established a commodity status in a number of countries. Still water was found to account for much of the mineral waters market due to its being a direct, healthy alternative to tap water. Leading market players are profiled.

The German market for bottled water

Article Abstract:

This report examines the market for bottled water in Germany for the period 1994 to 1998 in the following segments: flavored water, carbonated water and still water. The report includes market size and value, brands, profiles of a number of German bottled water companies and related statistical data.